ICC Approves New Highway-Rail Safety Project in Marissa
Written by Carolina Worrell, Senior Editor, Railway Age
MARISSA, Ill. – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) on July 13 approved a project to improve highway-rail safety near a railroad crossing in St. Clair County.
According to ICC, Stipulated Agreement 2278 requires new automatic warning devices and highway approach grade improvements at the W. Lyons St. crossing (AAR/DOT #296123E, railroad milepost IC-36.98) in the Village of Marissa, Ill.
The total estimated costs for the signal design and installation are $439,695. ICC staff recommends that the Grade Crossing Protection Fund (GCPF) be used to pay 95% of the costs, not to exceed $417,710. Illinois Central Railroad will be responsible for the remaining 5% of the project’s costs in addition to the maintenance of the signals and circuitry. The total estimated cost of the highway approach rehabilitation is $174,076, 100% of which will be covered by the GCPF.
All work is to be completed within 18 months from the order date.
“Updating Illinois’ existing infrastructure around railroad tracks makes it easier for passengers, pedestrians, and motorists alike to get to where they need to be,” said ICC Commissioner Michael T. Carrigan. “Projects like the one in St. Clair County are an important investment that help keep our communities safe.”
